There are an estimated 40 million people who abuse opioids worldwide. In the United States alone, it is estimated that there are more than 2 million people who suffer from substance use disorders which are related to prescription opiate pain relievers. People start using opiates as a means to deal with physical pain, stress, and other factors. With the alarming number of people who abuse prescription pain relievers, opiate addiction has become a serious problem in our country and in other countries around the globe, affecting the social, economic, and health welfare of societies the world over. And while we can clearly see the effects opiate addiction has on society, it is more important to see and address its effects on the individuals themselves who are suffering from opioid abuse as well as the people around them - their families, friends, and coworkers.​​​